Original Design Alternatives

Turning your imagination into reality

Original Design Alternatives was born out of a life long dream shared by two friends to provide dresses and costumes of extremely high quality and elegance at affordable prices.

Connie WebbConnie began sewing at the early age of 7 making doll clothes. She made her first dress at the age of 12. Largely to save money as a single parent, Connie made clothes for herself and her children as well as curtains and home decor accessories.

As time progressed so did her range of product. Her capabilities have a wide range and include everything from custom creation of ornate wedding gowns and party costumes to home decor as well as designing and creating Dog coats.

Lori Bridgman Lori has been sewing for over 30 years. For her own wedding, she designed and made the wedding gown as well as the bridesmaid dresses.

Lori began doing alterations after being aghast at the high prices being charged by local Dry Cleaners. It wasn't long before she was sought after to do alterations and make dresses for neighbors and friends.